# About ISS

**Source**: https://iss.washington.edu/about-iss/
**Parent**: https://iss.washington.edu/

The UW is home to over [8,000 international students](https://iss.washington.edu/about-iss/statistics/) representing more than 100 countries. ISS staff advises international students with F-1 or J-1 visas who are enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs on the Seattle campus of the University of Washington.

## ISS Office Hours

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Location | [Schmitz Hall 459](https://www.washington.edu/maps/#!/smz) |
| Business Hours | Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Front Desk Services | Monday – Friday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Advising Services | **In-person**: Monday – Thursday, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM  **Virtual**: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 9:00 AM- 11:00 AM |
| Phone | [206-221-7857](tel:206-221-7857) Monday – Friday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Email | **Submit the [Contact ISS form](https://iss.washington.edu/email/)** |

## Mailing Address

*The ISS mailing address is for immigration use only; any personal items for students mailed to the ISS will be returned.*

| Standard Mailing Address\* | Street Address for Courier Mail\*  (UPS, DHL, FedEx, etc.) |
| --- | --- |
| International Student Services (ISS)  University of Washington  Box 355832  Seattle, WA 98195 | International Student Services (ISS)  University of Washington  Schmitz Hall, Room 459  1410 NE Campus Parkway  Seattle, WA 98195 |

## Campus Partners

ISS works with various campus partners to provide a well-rounded experience and provide essential services for the international student community at UW.

### Admissions

**UW Admissions** can answer questions regarding undergraduate admission to UW or I-20s.

**Undergraduate Admissions**\
**Email:** [intladm@uw.edu](mailto:intladm@uw.edu)\
**Phone:** [206-543-9686](tel:206-543-9686)

**Graduate Enrollment Management Services (GEMS)**\
**Email:** [uwgrad@uw.edu](mailto:uwgrad@uw.edu)\
**Phone:** [206-685-2630](tel:206-685-2630)

### International Student Health Insurance Program - ISHIP

**ISHIP** coverage is provided to meet the health insurance requirement by international students at UW.

**Counselor:** Mr. Chris Dessert\
**Website:** [ISHIP](https://iship.washington.edu/)\
**Email:** [stdins@uw.edu](mailto:stdins@uw.edu)\
**Phone:** [206-543-6202](tel:206-543-6202)\
**Location:** Room 187B [Husky Health Center](https://wellbeing.uw.edu/husky-health/)

### First Year Programs - FYP

**FYP** provides Advising & Orientation (A&O) sessions where undergraduate students connect with an adviser, select and register for classes, and learn how to get involved at UW.

**Website:** [First Year Programs](https://nstp.uw.edu/)\
**Email:** [fyp@uw.edu](mailto:fyp@uw.edu)\
**Phone:** [206-543-4905](tel:206-543-4905)

### Foundation for International Understanding Through Students - FIUTS

**FIUTS** is an organization at UW that helps build community and enhanced experiences for international students. FIUTS hosts International Welcome Weeks, Embark sessions, arrival information, homestay & and can help with temporary housing.

**Website:** [FIUTS](https://www.fiuts.org/)\
**Email:** [info@fiuts.org](mailto:info@fiuts.org)\
**Phone:** [206-543-0735](tel:206-543-0735)

### International Scholars Operations - ISO

**ISO** assists with UW sponsorship of overseas visitors for teaching or research purposes at UW.

**Website:** [H-1B Temporary Workers](https://ap.washington.edu/ahr/visas/admin-resources/h1b/)\
**Email:** [acadvisa@uw.edu](mailto:acadvisa@uw.edu)\
**Phone:** [206-685-8847](tel:206-685-8847)

### International & English Language Programs - IELP

**IELP** offers several English language programs and two programs for J-1 visa holders to undertake significant research projects at UW.

**Website:** [IELP](https://www.ielp.uw.edu/)\
**Research Website:** [IELP – Research Programs](https://www.ielp.uw.edu/programs?p=4)\
**Email:** [joinielp@uw.edu](mailto:joinielp@uw.edu) Prospective Students\
**Email:** [askielp@uw.edu](mailto:askielp@uw.edu) Current Students\
**Email:** [ielp@uw.edu](mailto:ielp@uw.edu) General Inquiries\
**Phone:** [206-543-6242](tel:206-543-6242)

### UW Bothell: Center for International Education - CIE

**CIE** provides services for international students enrolled at UW-Bothell.

**Website:** [Center for International Education](https://www.uwb.edu/international-student-services/)\
**Email:** [uwbintl@uw.edu](mailto:uwbintl@uw.edu)\
**Phone:** [425-352-3876](tel:425-352-3876)

### UW Tacoma: International Students and Scholar Services - ISSS

**ISSS** provides services for international students enrolled at UW-Tacoma.

**Website:** [UWT International Student Services](https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/oga/isss)\
**Email:** [uwtiss@uw.edu](mailto:uwtiss@uw.edu)\
**Phone:** [253-692-4762](tel:253-692-4762)

**DISCLAIMER:** The information on this website is of a general nature and is not intended to address the specific circumstances of any particular individual. The content is written with care, but may not be comprehensive or up-to-date. UW ISS is not responsible for content found through external links. Ultimately, it is the student’s responsibility to maintain legal status in the U.S. at all times and to comply fully with University policies and procedures.